Fitness Series: Firehouse Hill Horseshoe Out-n-Back

Make-up hike for those who can't attend on Thurs., 4/23.
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We discourage new members from joining now that the series is in its 2nd week. As a progressive series, it’s designed for those who started from the beginning (week of 04/14/26).

Got questions? Text Liz @ 702-496-2455

✨It's the return of the Fitness Series! Round #2✨
These hikes are designed to strengthen cardiovascular health and ultimately your pace and stamina on the trails. A pin is available for those who participate in the series and attend the final hike, Cowboy Caves & Beyond!

We’ll be running this Fitness Series on a seasonal basis (Spring & Fall) to train up for the annual Summer Charleston Series in 2026.

Learn more about the series HERE
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📌This version of Firehouse Hill is a horseshoe style out-n-back hike that follows trail westbound and turns south toward the base of Firehouse Hill. We'll continue east past Firehouse Hill down to the Red Rock Canyon Campground, then turn around and hike back the way we came. This hike starts out easy and features a moderately challenging route with a nice balance of ascents and descents. Since the goal of this hike is fitness, you'll need to maintain a fast pace.

Carry minimum 2L of water – bring a headlamp or other light source

HIKE QUICK STATS
• Location: Moenkopi Trailhead
• Distance: ≈5 miles
• Elevation gain: 970 ft
• Strenuosity: ⭐⭐⭐✰✰
• Time: 2 hours
• Gear: hiking shoes or trail runners; no trekking poles
• No guests, children, canines, or event crashers, please!
• All attendees must be members of VegasHikers. It only takes a couple of minutes to sign up, and it's FREE.

FAQs

1. Do I need to attend every hike? No. There are 7 hikes to choose from. To earn the pin, you must complete 5 hikes plus the Cowboy Caves. (6 total)
2. Do I need to be in good shape to start the series? Since the program is designed to strengthen endurance, a reasonable amount of fitness is required.

Tentative Schedule for Fitness Series:
Thurs., 4/23: Firehouse Hill Horseshoe Out-&-back
Tues., 4/28: Boneshaker to Radio Tower down Bomb-Voyage Muffins
Thurs., 4/30: Bob Gnarly aka Skull Canyon to the Overlook Out-&-back
Tues., 5/5: Boneshaker/Three Amigos to Skull/Overlook down Bomb-Voyage Muffins
Sat., 5/9: Cowboy Caves & Beyond!

•• Disclaimer ••
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.